Where Does Dusky Kob Live?

Dusky Kob lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Dusky Kob

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow coastal waters from the surf zone to depths of about 100 meters, but can occasionally be found deeper.

Environment

Estuaries, surf zones, rocky reefs, sandy bottoms, and offshore reefs. Juveniles are often found in estuaries and protected bays, moving to more open coastal waters as they mature.

Geographic range

Indo-West Pacific: East coast of Africa (South Africa, Mozambique), Madagascar, Australia (southern and eastern coasts), New Zealand, and Japan.

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